2012 Olympic Celebration

On Friday, July 27, 2012, the day of the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, the middle-school students at P.G. Chambers celebrated and honored the athletes in a Passing of the Torch ceremony in the school’s Learning Park. Each student took a...

5 Questions with…Susan Seamans, Executive Director

1. What are the outcomes that you expect/or would want to see for the students at P.G. Chambers School? In considering my expectations for the students, I take my lead from the mission of the organization. We focus on helping children develop strong life skills and...

Summer Vacation: Virtual Tours

Middle school students are using The Food Network’s, Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, as their inspiration for a summer of virtual tours. The virtual tour, a learning strategy developed by middle school teachers, Ms. Lynn Pinto, Ms. Erin Natoli, and Ms. Laura Jaarsma,...

Why a Summer Program at P.G. Chambers School?

While the sun is shining and the lemonade is chilling, the students at P.G. Chambers School (PGCS) are using their summer to reinforce the achievements of the past academic year, continue their learning, and prepare for the next steps in their education. The...

Be Proud of Yourself by Ryan Ahearn, PGCS Guest Blogger

Dear P.G. Chambers School Staff, It has taken me awhile to put my thoughts together to truly express what working with all of you has meant to me.  I’ve found that I have had the greatest success in my life by speaking honestly and from the heart so I am going to do...

Music Speaks at P.G. Chambers School

Margey, P.G. Chambers School music teacher incorporates listening, playing instruments, singing, and moving into her daily music classes. Using a creative approach to music instruction, Margey adapts her lessons to the unique needs of each child. These elements play a...